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SUMMARY:Burke Centre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come visit the Burke Historical Society’s extra-large display area at the Burke Centre Festival!  We’ll have lots of historical displays\, information about our activities\, and friendly people to chat with. \nConservancy Festival Grounds ~ 6060 Burke Centre Parkway\, Burke\, VA 22015 \nhttp://www.burkecentreweb.com/sub_category_list.asp?category=19&title=Burke+Centre+Festival
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/burke-centre-festival-3/
LOCATION:Burke Centre Conservancy Grounds\, 6060 Burke Centre Parkway\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180906T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180906T200000
DTSTAMP:20180815T164830Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180815T164830Z
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SUMMARY:BHS around Town: Belvoir Manor
DESCRIPTION:Hear local historian and archaeologist Patrick O’Neill speak on the history of the Belvoir area of Fairfax County\, from the Fairfax family’s mansion on the Potomac\, to the War of 1812\, to the development of today’s Fort Belvoir.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-belvoir-manor-2/
LOCATION:Kings Park Library\, 9000 Burke Lake Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180826T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180826T163000
DTSTAMP:20180814T192001Z
CREATED:20180308T201537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T192001Z
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SUMMARY:General Meeting: Tales from the Trench
DESCRIPTION:As part of our centennial retrospective on World War I\, BHS President Jon Vrana presents stories and observations of life and death in the Great War.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-tales-from-the-trench/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180816T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180816T200000
DTSTAMP:20180814T192024Z
CREATED:20180317T185425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T192024Z
UID:1065-1534446000-1534449600@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: Inventors from Annandale and Burke
DESCRIPTION:Learn about inventions by residents of Annandale and Burke\, as well as a bit of history of the U.S. patent system. \n  \nThis talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library\, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through August 2018. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-inventors-from-annandale-and-burke/
LOCATION:George Mason Regional Library\, 7001 Little River Turnpike\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180807T200000
DTSTAMP:20180301T185620Z
CREATED:20180301T185620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180301T185620Z
UID:1037-1533668400-1533672000@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Dwelling Detectives: Researching the History of Your Fairfax County Home
DESCRIPTION:Local Architectural Historian\, Susan Hellman\, will provide tips on researching historic buildings\, including resources to use in this area and steps to uncover the truth about your house. \nThe Burke Historical Society is pleased to continue our research seminar into 2018! From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. of (typically) the first Tuesday of even-numbered months\, we’ll host free classes at Burke Centre Library\, each covering a different technique or avenue of historical research.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/dwelling-detectives-researching-the-history-of-your-fairfax-county-home/
LOCATION:Burke Centre Library\, 5935 Freds Oak Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180729T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180729T163000
DTSTAMP:20180109T170801Z
CREATED:20180109T170801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T170801Z
UID:1026-1532878200-1532881800@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:General Meeting: Everything Fairfax
DESCRIPTION:Susan Gray of the Fairfax Museum recounts the history of other places named Fairfax\, along with a look at collectibles and ephemera from some of these places.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-everything-fairfax/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180719T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180719T200000
DTSTAMP:20180317T185253Z
CREATED:20180317T185253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180317T185253Z
UID:1064-1532026800-1532030400@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: The Rescue of Mount Vernon
DESCRIPTION:Mary Lipsey recounts the story of the Washington family estate\, its descent into disrepair\, and the formation and struggle of the Mount Vernon Ladies Association to save it. \n  \nThis talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library\, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through August 2018. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-the-rescue-of-mount-vernon/
LOCATION:George Mason Regional Library\, 7001 Little River Turnpike\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180715T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180715T160000
DTSTAMP:20180613T170803Z
CREATED:20180109T170600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T170803Z
UID:1025-1531666800-1531670400@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: Virginia’s Indian Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Karenne Wood of the Virginia Indian Program (Virginia Foundation for the Humanities) will present her extensive research on the history and culture of Virginia’s Native American people and communities.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-virginias-indian-heritage/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180624
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UID:1076-1529798400-1529884799@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip: Claude Moore Colonial Farm
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, June 24th\, BHS members will visit Claude Moore Colonial Farm.  If you’re not yet a member but would like to join us\, see our Membership page for more information.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/field-trip-claude-moore-colonial-farm/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T170000
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CREATED:20180430T190652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T190652Z
UID:1072-1529748000-1529773200@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Special Event: Burke Centre Library’s 10th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate ten years of Burke Centre Library!  Among the festivities\, BHS President Jon Vrana will speak at 3:00 p.m. about the Orange & Alexandria Railroad and its central role in Burke’s history.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/special-event-burke-centre-librarys-10th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Burke Centre Library\, 5935 Freds Oak Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T200000
DTSTAMP:20180317T185027Z
CREATED:20170810T194411Z
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SUMMARY:BHS around Town: Agriculture in Northern Virginia
DESCRIPTION:Hear how principle crops\, farm management\, and farming populations in the area changed over time.  Presenter: Jon Vrana. \n  \nThis talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library\, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through August 2018. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-agriculture-in-northern-virginia/
LOCATION:George Mason Regional Library\, 7001 Little River Turnpike\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180607T200000
DTSTAMP:20180322T214747Z
CREATED:20180322T214747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180322T214747Z
UID:1068-1528398000-1528401600@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: Burke: Summer of 1916
DESCRIPTION:One-hundred years ago\, Burke looked very different from it does today. From the farmers and skilled artisans who lived here\, to its railroad\, churches and schoolhouses\, get a snapshot of daily life in Burke with Brian Slawski of the Burke Historical Society. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-burke-summer-of-1916/
LOCATION:Kings Park Library\, 9000 Burke Lake Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180529T200000
DTSTAMP:20180301T185403Z
CREATED:20171110T214406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180301T185403Z
UID:1002-1527620400-1527624000@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Genealogy In-Depth\, Part IV
DESCRIPTION:In four sessions\, explore the tools that can help your genealogical research: Census and land records\, deeds and surveys\, wills\, probate\, obituaries and vital records. Part 4 of 4. \n  \nThe Burke Historical Society is pleased to continue our research seminar into 2018! From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. of (typically) the first Tuesday of even-numbered months\, we’ll host free classes at Burke Centre Library\, each covering a different technique or avenue of historical research. \n 
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/genealogy-in-depth-part-iv/
LOCATION:Burke Centre Library\, 5935 Freds Oak Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Presentations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180527T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180527T163000
DTSTAMP:20180109T170417Z
CREATED:20180109T170417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T170417Z
UID:1024-1527435000-1527438600@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:General Meeting: Accotink—Mill\, Village\, Creek\, and Camp
DESCRIPTION:Local historian Jon Vrana will present a short history of Accotink in southeastern Fairfax County\, covering two centuries through its citizens and sites.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-accotink-mill-village-creek-and-camp/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180524T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180524T200000
DTSTAMP:20180322T214608Z
CREATED:20180322T214608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180322T214608Z
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SUMMARY:BHS around Town: The Burke Airport
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the government first selected Burke as the future site of Washington’s Dulles International Airport?  Local historian and educator Mary Lipsey of the Burke Historical Society returns with the surprising tale of this ill fated venture and the community’s years-long fight to save the village. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-the-burke-airport/
LOCATION:Kings Park Library\, 9000 Burke Lake Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180517T200000
DTSTAMP:20180317T185053Z
CREATED:20170810T194545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180317T185053Z
UID:979-1526583600-1526587200@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: Jazz in Northern Virginia & D.C.
DESCRIPTION:Learn about some of the many jazz musicians and promoters\, past and present\, with ties to the area.  Presenter: Brian Slawski. \n  \nThis talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library\, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through August 2018. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-jazz-in-northern-virginia-d-c/
LOCATION:George Mason Regional Library\, 7001 Little River Turnpike\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T163000
DTSTAMP:20171110T214306Z
CREATED:20171110T214306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171110T214306Z
UID:1001-1525015800-1525019400@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:General Meeting: Burke’s Two Railroad Stations
DESCRIPTION:The railroad’s arrival was what first put Burke on the map.  Hear the Virginia Room’s Chris Barbuschak share his research and new discoveries on Burke’s two historic rail depots.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-burkes-two-railroad-stations/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180403T200000
DTSTAMP:20180301T185257Z
CREATED:20171110T214148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180301T185257Z
UID:1000-1522782000-1522785600@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Genealogy In-Depth\, Part III
DESCRIPTION:In four sessions\, explore the tools that can help your genealogical research: Census and land records\, deeds and surveys\, wills\, probate\, obituaries and vital records. Part 3 of 4. \n  \nThe Burke Historical Society is pleased to continue our research seminar into 2018! From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. of (typically) the first Tuesday of even-numbered months\, we’ll host free classes at Burke Centre Library\, each covering a different technique or avenue of historical research. \n 
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/genealogy-in-depth-part-iii/
LOCATION:Burke Centre Library\, 5935 Freds Oak Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Presentations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180325T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180325T163000
DTSTAMP:20171110T214027Z
CREATED:20171110T214027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171110T214027Z
UID:999-1521991800-1521995400@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:General Meeting: Col. John T. Wilder’s Lightning Brigade
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Union Col. John Thomas Wilder and his 17th Indiana “Lightning Brigade\,” whose new Spencer repeating rifles were instrumental in the Tullahoma Campaign of Tennessee.  Speaker: Scott Diezman.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-col-john-t-wilders-lightning-brigade/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180315T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180315T200000
DTSTAMP:20180120T173609Z
CREATED:20170810T194020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180120T173609Z
UID:977-1521140400-1521144000@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: Clara Barton
DESCRIPTION:Discover the remarkable life of Clara Barton\, Civil War nurse and founder of the American Red Cross.  Presenter: Mary Lipsey. \n  \nThis talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library\, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through June 2018.  To register (beginning two weeks in advance)\, please find the program through the library’s events page. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-clara-barton/
LOCATION:George Mason Regional Library\, 7001 Little River Turnpike\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180225T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180225T163000
DTSTAMP:20171110T213927Z
CREATED:20171110T213927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171110T213927Z
UID:998-1519572600-1519576200@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:General Meeting: Lost Towns of Fairfax County
DESCRIPTION:Over the years\, several of Fairfax County’s once-vibrant communities have faded from view.  Learn about the “big five” of these lost towns.  Speakers: Heather Bollinger and Jeff Clark.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-lost-towns-of-fairfax-county/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180215T200000
DTSTAMP:20180120T173549Z
CREATED:20170810T193739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180120T173549Z
UID:976-1518721200-1518724800@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: The Orange & Alexandria Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Learn of the planning and creation of the O&A\, a 19th-century link between northern and central Virginia.  Presenter: Jon Vrana. \n  \nThis talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library\, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through June 2018.  To register (beginning two weeks in advance)\, please find the program through the library’s events page. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-the-orange-alexandria-railroad/
LOCATION:George Mason Regional Library\, 7001 Little River Turnpike\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180213T200000
DTSTAMP:20171110T213816Z
CREATED:20171110T213816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171110T213816Z
UID:997-1518548400-1518552000@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Genealogy In-Depth\, Part II
DESCRIPTION:In four sessions\, explore the tools that can help your genealogical research: Census and land records\, deeds and surveys\, wills\, probate\, obituaries and vital records. Part 2 of 4. \n  \nThe Burke Historical Society is pleased to continue our research seminar into 2018! From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the first (or second) Tuesday of each even-numbered month\, we’ll host free classes at Burke Centre Library\, each covering a different technique or avenue of historical research. \n  \nRegistration through the library’s events page is required and opens two weeks before each class.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/genealogy-in-depth-part-ii/
LOCATION:Burke Centre Library\, 5935 Freds Oak Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Presentations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180212
DTSTAMP:20171218T215245Z
CREATED:20171218T215245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171218T215245Z
UID:1011-1518307200-1518393599@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip: Freedom House Museum
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, February 11th\, we’ll have a special tour of Alexandria’s Freedom House Museum outside of their normal weekday hours.  If you’re not yet a member but would like to join us\, see our Membership page for more information.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/field-trip-freedom-house-museum/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180128T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180128T163000
DTSTAMP:20171110T213713Z
CREATED:20171110T213713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171110T213713Z
UID:996-1517153400-1517157000@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting: Everything Burke
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Burke Historical Society’s Annual Meeting!  We’ll look briefly at our own town’s history\, as well as other Burkes across the country and abroad.  Speaker: Brian Slawski.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/annual-meeting-everything-burke/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180118T200000
DTSTAMP:20170810T184728Z
CREATED:20170810T184728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170810T184728Z
UID:975-1516302000-1516305600@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: Virginia's Presidential Homes
DESCRIPTION:Explore the homes of the eight Virginians who became President of the United States.  Presenter: Patrick O’Neill. \n  \nThis talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library\, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through May 2018.  To register (beginning two weeks in advance)\, please find the program through the library’s events page. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-virginias-presidential-homes/
LOCATION:George Mason Regional Library\, 7001 Little River Turnpike\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171221T200000
DTSTAMP:20170408T204851Z
CREATED:20170408T204851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170408T204851Z
UID:934-1513882800-1513886400@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:BHS around Town: The Old Capitol Prison
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Civil-War Union prison in Washington\, D.C.\, and some of its notable inmates.  Presenter: Jon Vrana. \n  \nThis talk is part of our monthly series at George Mason Regional Library\, on third Thursday evenings from May 2017 through May 2018.  To register (beginning two weeks in advance)\, please find the program through the library’s events page. \n  \nThe BHS is pleased to offer guest speakers to local libraries and other groups.  For more information\, please see our Speakers Bureau page.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/bhs-around-town-the-old-capitol-prison/
LOCATION:George Mason Regional Library\, 7001 Little River Turnpike\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171217T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171217T163000
DTSTAMP:20170810T184515Z
CREATED:20170810T184515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170810T184515Z
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SUMMARY:General Meeting: Characters of Old Burke
DESCRIPTION:Chip and LaVerne Carson\, fifth generation Burkites\, relate stories about interesting and unique people who called this area home in the days before Burke Centre.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-characters-of-old-burke/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171205T200000
DTSTAMP:20171110T213550Z
CREATED:20171103T210925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171110T213550Z
UID:994-1512500400-1512504000@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Genealogy In-Depth\, Part I
DESCRIPTION:In four sessions\, explore the tools that can help your genealogical research: Census and land records\, deeds and surveys\, wills\, probate\, obituaries and vital records. Part 1 of 4. \n  \nThe Burke Historical Society is pleased to continue our research seminar into 2017! From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the first (or second) Tuesday of each even-numbered month\, we’ll host free classes at Burke Centre Library\, each covering a different technique or avenue of historical research. \n  \nRegistration through the library’s events page is required and opens two weeks before each class.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/genealogy-in-depth-part-i/
LOCATION:Burke Centre Library\, 5935 Freds Oak Rd\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171119T163000
DTSTAMP:20171116T211540Z
CREATED:20170408T204755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171116T211540Z
UID:933-1511105400-1511109000@burkehistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:General Meeting: Ring Tournaments in Fairfax County
DESCRIPTION:Historian Jeanne Niccolls will present her extensive research on local jousting tournaments\, a popular entertainment which persisted into the 20th century.
URL:https://burkehistoricalsociety.org/event/general-meeting-ring-tournaments-in-fairfax-county/
LOCATION:Pohick Regional Library\, 6450 Sydenstricker Road\, Burke\, VA\, 22015\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Programs
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